Sikh Women’s Aid
@sikhwomensaiduk.bsky.social
UK-based ‘by & for’ support service for victims of domestic/sexual abuse& faith based exploitation in the Sikh & Panjabi Community.
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British Vogue | Fear is Making Us Change How We Live
When Devinder reached out to us, we were taken aback, not because the story shouldn’t be told, but because a global platform for women and girls chose to centre our voices.
#FromHerKingsAreBorn #MeTooKaurs
www.vogue.co.uk/article/raci...
When Devinder reached out to us, we were taken aback, not because the story shouldn’t be told, but because a global platform for women and girls chose to centre our voices.
#FromHerKingsAreBorn #MeTooKaurs
www.vogue.co.uk/article/raci...
I’m A Sikh Woman From The West Midlands. Fear Is Making Us Change How We Live
Writer Devinder Bains, who is London-based but was born and raised in Wolverhampton, explores how religiously aggravated attacks in the West Midlands have impacted Sikh women – and how they’re pushing...
www.vogue.co.uk
November 16, 2025 at 4:11 PM
British Vogue | Fear is Making Us Change How We Live
When Devinder reached out to us, we were taken aback, not because the story shouldn’t be told, but because a global platform for women and girls chose to centre our voices.
#FromHerKingsAreBorn #MeTooKaurs
www.vogue.co.uk/article/raci...
When Devinder reached out to us, we were taken aback, not because the story shouldn’t be told, but because a global platform for women and girls chose to centre our voices.
#FromHerKingsAreBorn #MeTooKaurs
www.vogue.co.uk/article/raci...
Join us for an important online workshop exploring the harmful practice of dowry-related abuse with #SundialCentre
🗓 Date: Wed 19th Nov 2025
🕛 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Online via Zoom
🔗 Join via Zoom:
us02web.zoom.us/j/8611325032...
💻 Meeting ID: 861 1325 0327
🔐 Passcode: 075203
🗓 Date: Wed 19th Nov 2025
🕛 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Online via Zoom
🔗 Join via Zoom:
us02web.zoom.us/j/8611325032...
💻 Meeting ID: 861 1325 0327
🔐 Passcode: 075203
November 14, 2025 at 2:06 PM
Join us for an important online workshop exploring the harmful practice of dowry-related abuse with #SundialCentre
🗓 Date: Wed 19th Nov 2025
🕛 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Online via Zoom
🔗 Join via Zoom:
us02web.zoom.us/j/8611325032...
💻 Meeting ID: 861 1325 0327
🔐 Passcode: 075203
🗓 Date: Wed 19th Nov 2025
🕛 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Online via Zoom
🔗 Join via Zoom:
us02web.zoom.us/j/8611325032...
💻 Meeting ID: 861 1325 0327
🔐 Passcode: 075203
Glamour magazine got in touch to talk about the rise in racially aggravated violence. Yashi really understood the fear we all face as South Asians.
Racially motivated Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) impacts us all.
www.glamourmagazine.co.uk/article/sout...
Racially motivated Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) impacts us all.
www.glamourmagazine.co.uk/article/sout...
South Asian women like me are scared for our safety. When will politicans speak up for us?
Two women have been the victims of racially aggravated rape in the past month.
www.glamourmagazine.co.uk
November 10, 2025 at 5:13 PM
Glamour magazine got in touch to talk about the rise in racially aggravated violence. Yashi really understood the fear we all face as South Asians.
Racially motivated Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) impacts us all.
www.glamourmagazine.co.uk/article/sout...
Racially motivated Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) impacts us all.
www.glamourmagazine.co.uk/article/sout...
Women should be safe — walking home, in their own homes, everywhere.
We are heartbroken and outraged by the horrific attack on a Panjabi woman in Walsall. This was not just an attack on one woman, but on every woman who deserves to feel safe in her home and community.
We are heartbroken and outraged by the horrific attack on a Panjabi woman in Walsall. This was not just an attack on one woman, but on every woman who deserves to feel safe in her home and community.
October 27, 2025 at 6:27 PM
Women should be safe — walking home, in their own homes, everywhere.
We are heartbroken and outraged by the horrific attack on a Panjabi woman in Walsall. This was not just an attack on one woman, but on every woman who deserves to feel safe in her home and community.
We are heartbroken and outraged by the horrific attack on a Panjabi woman in Walsall. This was not just an attack on one woman, but on every woman who deserves to feel safe in her home and community.
Manpreet Jatana, 34, and Jaskiret Singh Uppal, 36, charged with murdering 3 year old Daughter
🕊️ Every child deserves safety, care, and love. 1/4
#FromHerKingsAreBorn #JusticeForPenelope
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
🕊️ Every child deserves safety, care, and love. 1/4
#FromHerKingsAreBorn #JusticeForPenelope
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Hayes couple starved daughter, 3, to death, Old Bailey hears
Penelope Chandrie's body was found wrapped in a sheet at the family home in west London, court hears.
www.bbc.co.uk
October 16, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Manpreet Jatana, 34, and Jaskiret Singh Uppal, 36, charged with murdering 3 year old Daughter
🕊️ Every child deserves safety, care, and love. 1/4
#FromHerKingsAreBorn #JusticeForPenelope
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
🕊️ Every child deserves safety, care, and love. 1/4
#FromHerKingsAreBorn #JusticeForPenelope
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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We were pleased to attend the launch of the Changing Harmful Attitudes and Behaviours (CHAB) programme in Bradford - a 20-week intervention developed for South Asian communities.
July 9, 2025 at 2:24 PM
We were pleased to attend the launch of the Changing Harmful Attitudes and Behaviours (CHAB) programme in Bradford - a 20-week intervention developed for South Asian communities.
BREAKING: Gagandeep Gulati’s jail sentence has been extended — a rare but important move that sends a clear message: sexual violence will not go unpunished.
🔗 Read more: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
🔗 Read more: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Man who filmed himself raping woman has sentence increased
The Court of Appeal rules Gagandeep Gulati's original six-year sentence was insufficient.
www.bbc.co.uk
July 1, 2025 at 10:58 PM
BREAKING: Gagandeep Gulati’s jail sentence has been extended — a rare but important move that sends a clear message: sexual violence will not go unpunished.
🔗 Read more: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
🔗 Read more: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
🌟 Proud to Support the Gurdwara Handbook 🌟
Sikh Women’s Aid stands in full support of the UK’s first ever Gurdwara Handbook, launched by @gurdwaraaid . This essential guide is a transformative step for UK Gurdwaras — equipping them with tools to build safer, inclusive, and accountable spaces. 1/3
Sikh Women’s Aid stands in full support of the UK’s first ever Gurdwara Handbook, launched by @gurdwaraaid . This essential guide is a transformative step for UK Gurdwaras — equipping them with tools to build safer, inclusive, and accountable spaces. 1/3
June 29, 2025 at 10:53 AM
🌟 Proud to Support the Gurdwara Handbook 🌟
Sikh Women’s Aid stands in full support of the UK’s first ever Gurdwara Handbook, launched by @gurdwaraaid . This essential guide is a transformative step for UK Gurdwaras — equipping them with tools to build safer, inclusive, and accountable spaces. 1/3
Sikh Women’s Aid stands in full support of the UK’s first ever Gurdwara Handbook, launched by @gurdwaraaid . This essential guide is a transformative step for UK Gurdwaras — equipping them with tools to build safer, inclusive, and accountable spaces. 1/3
🚨 Service Update from Sikh Women’s Aid 🚨
Due to an unprecedented rise in referrals and calls to our helpline, we are currently operating a 2–3 week waiting list for all services from the day of first contact.
We understand how difficult it is to reach out for support, and we want to reassure you
Due to an unprecedented rise in referrals and calls to our helpline, we are currently operating a 2–3 week waiting list for all services from the day of first contact.
We understand how difficult it is to reach out for support, and we want to reassure you
June 26, 2025 at 6:02 AM
🚨 Service Update from Sikh Women’s Aid 🚨
Due to an unprecedented rise in referrals and calls to our helpline, we are currently operating a 2–3 week waiting list for all services from the day of first contact.
We understand how difficult it is to reach out for support, and we want to reassure you
Due to an unprecedented rise in referrals and calls to our helpline, we are currently operating a 2–3 week waiting list for all services from the day of first contact.
We understand how difficult it is to reach out for support, and we want to reassure you
Sikh Women’s Aid remains committed to its mission
Following the resignation of our CEO, the Board of Trustees has implemented interim leadership arrangements to ensure our services continue without disruption.
Following the resignation of our CEO, the Board of Trustees has implemented interim leadership arrangements to ensure our services continue without disruption.
June 19, 2025 at 6:25 AM
Sikh Women’s Aid remains committed to its mission
Following the resignation of our CEO, the Board of Trustees has implemented interim leadership arrangements to ensure our services continue without disruption.
Following the resignation of our CEO, the Board of Trustees has implemented interim leadership arrangements to ensure our services continue without disruption.
SWA Statement on the Conviction of Harpreet Khasria
We welcome the conviction of Harpreet Khasria for the horrific sexual abuse he inflicted on multiple victims. This outcome is an important step toward justice & affirms that sexual abuse will be met with serious consequences.
tinyurl.com/3p7kzc4h
We welcome the conviction of Harpreet Khasria for the horrific sexual abuse he inflicted on multiple victims. This outcome is an important step toward justice & affirms that sexual abuse will be met with serious consequences.
tinyurl.com/3p7kzc4h
Paedophile who sexually abused girl and filmed it was living in UK illegally
Harpreet Khasria, 36, has been handed an extended sentence of 17 years.
tinyurl.com
May 11, 2025 at 10:41 AM
SWA Statement on the Conviction of Harpreet Khasria
We welcome the conviction of Harpreet Khasria for the horrific sexual abuse he inflicted on multiple victims. This outcome is an important step toward justice & affirms that sexual abuse will be met with serious consequences.
tinyurl.com/3p7kzc4h
We welcome the conviction of Harpreet Khasria for the horrific sexual abuse he inflicted on multiple victims. This outcome is an important step toward justice & affirms that sexual abuse will be met with serious consequences.
tinyurl.com/3p7kzc4h
NEWLY WED YOUNG WOMAN DIES IN INDIA UNDER SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES.
A heartbreaking incident has emerged from the village of Jhinjri, near Sri Anandpur Sahib, where a young woman named Neha Devi, who had been married just five months ago in Rampur Gujjran (Nahan area), tragically lost her life.
A heartbreaking incident has emerged from the village of Jhinjri, near Sri Anandpur Sahib, where a young woman named Neha Devi, who had been married just five months ago in Rampur Gujjran (Nahan area), tragically lost her life.
April 30, 2025 at 12:09 PM
NEWLY WED YOUNG WOMAN DIES IN INDIA UNDER SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES.
A heartbreaking incident has emerged from the village of Jhinjri, near Sri Anandpur Sahib, where a young woman named Neha Devi, who had been married just five months ago in Rampur Gujjran (Nahan area), tragically lost her life.
A heartbreaking incident has emerged from the village of Jhinjri, near Sri Anandpur Sahib, where a young woman named Neha Devi, who had been married just five months ago in Rampur Gujjran (Nahan area), tragically lost her life.
Sikh Women’s Aid is proud to support the launch of the Challenging Harmful Attitudes and Behaviours Project (CHAB) – the UK’s first-of-its-kind programme designed specifically for South Asian individuals who have caused harm in relationships. 1/4
April 20, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Sikh Women’s Aid is proud to support the launch of the Challenging Harmful Attitudes and Behaviours Project (CHAB) – the UK’s first-of-its-kind programme designed specifically for South Asian individuals who have caused harm in relationships. 1/4
📢 Sikh Women’s Aid is proud to support the launch of #SomaiyasLaw – a national campaign led by Karma Nirvana calling for urgent reforms to better protect victims of Honour-Based Abuse and Forced Marriage.
👉 Find out more and show your support: karmanirvana.org.uk/campaigns/cu...
👉 Find out more and show your support: karmanirvana.org.uk/campaigns/cu...
Somaiya’s Law: Addressing Honour Based Abuse in Sentencing, Safeguarding, and Social Care Data Collection - Karma Nirvana
Somaiya’s Law is a campaign to strengthen the UK’s legal and safeguarding response to Honour-Based Abuse (HBA) and Forced Marriage (FM). It calls for ‘Honour’ be recognised as an aggravating feature i...
karmanirvana.org.uk
April 9, 2025 at 5:51 AM
📢 Sikh Women’s Aid is proud to support the launch of #SomaiyasLaw – a national campaign led by Karma Nirvana calling for urgent reforms to better protect victims of Honour-Based Abuse and Forced Marriage.
👉 Find out more and show your support: karmanirvana.org.uk/campaigns/cu...
👉 Find out more and show your support: karmanirvana.org.uk/campaigns/cu...
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We’re pleased to be holding a panel discussion with @leicsecularsociety.bsky.social on caste discrimination in the UK this summer. Speakers include representatives of Dalit Solidarity, @sikhwomensaiduk.bsky.social, Anti Caste Discrimination Alliance and more 👇 www.secularism.org.uk/news/2025/04...
NSS to hold discussion on caste discrimination in Leicester
Public event at Leicester Secular Hall to bring together campaigners and experts and explore solutions to caste discrimination. Read More »
www.secularism.org.uk
April 3, 2025 at 8:35 AM
We’re pleased to be holding a panel discussion with @leicsecularsociety.bsky.social on caste discrimination in the UK this summer. Speakers include representatives of Dalit Solidarity, @sikhwomensaiduk.bsky.social, Anti Caste Discrimination Alliance and more 👇 www.secularism.org.uk/news/2025/04...
Sikh Women’s Aid condemn the horrific actions of Gagandeep Gulati, who preyed on a vulnerable young woman and committed an horrific attack only to film it and then distribute it to others.
www.leicestermercury.co.uk/news/leicest...
www.leicestermercury.co.uk/news/leicest...
Rapist targeted lone woman and filmed attack
When interviewed he tried to blame the victim
www.leicestermercury.co.uk
April 3, 2025 at 10:05 PM
Sikh Women’s Aid condemn the horrific actions of Gagandeep Gulati, who preyed on a vulnerable young woman and committed an horrific attack only to film it and then distribute it to others.
www.leicestermercury.co.uk/news/leicest...
www.leicestermercury.co.uk/news/leicest...
We are heartbroken by the tragic murder of Paramjit Kaur in Sandwell. Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with her family and loved ones during this devastating time.
www.expressandstar.com/news/2025/04...
www.expressandstar.com/news/2025/04...
Man charged with murder after woman found dead in Oldbury
A man has been charged with murder after a woman was found dead at an address in Oldbury.
www.expressandstar.com
April 3, 2025 at 10:00 PM
We are heartbroken by the tragic murder of Paramjit Kaur in Sandwell. Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with her family and loved ones during this devastating time.
www.expressandstar.com/news/2025/04...
www.expressandstar.com/news/2025/04...
SWA is proud to be supported by #ComicRelief & our Finance & Governance Officer & Service Lead was delighted to join with other groups at a recent at a workshop for organisations funded as part of the Community Justice Programme - we really enjoyed the day & learnt so much. Thank you #ComicRelief
March 14, 2025 at 8:41 PM
SWA is proud to be supported by #ComicRelief & our Finance & Governance Officer & Service Lead was delighted to join with other groups at a recent at a workshop for organisations funded as part of the Community Justice Programme - we really enjoyed the day & learnt so much. Thank you #ComicRelief
One of the hardest aspects of our work is dealing with religious institutions and faith settings where sexual abuse and exploitation of vulnerable congregation members is happening.
#FromHerKingsAreBorn #MeTooKaurs
www.secularism.org.uk/news/2025/03...
#FromHerKingsAreBorn #MeTooKaurs
www.secularism.org.uk/news/2025/03...
Sikh women subjected to “exorcism-related abuse”, report finds
'Faith leaders' have subjected women to sexual violence, Sikh Women's Aid says
www.secularism.org.uk
March 12, 2025 at 5:25 PM
One of the hardest aspects of our work is dealing with religious institutions and faith settings where sexual abuse and exploitation of vulnerable congregation members is happening.
#FromHerKingsAreBorn #MeTooKaurs
www.secularism.org.uk/news/2025/03...
#FromHerKingsAreBorn #MeTooKaurs
www.secularism.org.uk/news/2025/03...
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Shocking findings from @sikhwomensaiduk.bsky.social reveal Sikh women are being subjected to exorcisms, sexual assault and other forms of abuse linked to religion. They stress the need for more work to tackle spiritual abuse. www.secularism.org.uk/news/2025/03...
Sikh women subjected to “exorcism-related abuse”, report finds
'Faith leaders' have subjected women to sexual violence, Sikh Women's Aid says
www.secularism.org.uk
March 10, 2025 at 9:25 AM
Shocking findings from @sikhwomensaiduk.bsky.social reveal Sikh women are being subjected to exorcisms, sexual assault and other forms of abuse linked to religion. They stress the need for more work to tackle spiritual abuse. www.secularism.org.uk/news/2025/03...
Half term, cost of living, navigating being a sole provider for you and your children can feel overwhelming.
Here is a list of places offering to help ease abit of that stress.
www.moneysavingcentral.co.uk/kids-eat-free
Here is a list of places offering to help ease abit of that stress.
www.moneysavingcentral.co.uk/kids-eat-free
February 16, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Half term, cost of living, navigating being a sole provider for you and your children can feel overwhelming.
Here is a list of places offering to help ease abit of that stress.
www.moneysavingcentral.co.uk/kids-eat-free
Here is a list of places offering to help ease abit of that stress.
www.moneysavingcentral.co.uk/kids-eat-free
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Today's decision is a huge blow to trust and confidence in policing. The Metropolitan Police need the power to remove officers who pose a risk to their colleagues and the public. For Government to halve violence against women and girls, there is no place for predators in policing. My response ⬇️
February 11, 2025 at 11:47 AM
Today's decision is a huge blow to trust and confidence in policing. The Metropolitan Police need the power to remove officers who pose a risk to their colleagues and the public. For Government to halve violence against women and girls, there is no place for predators in policing. My response ⬇️
Day 7: Turning Awareness Into Action
Raising awareness is just the first step—real change requires action. Here’s how we can all play a part in tackling sexual abuse and violence:
#ItsNotOkay #FromHerKingsAreBorn #metookaurs
Raising awareness is just the first step—real change requires action. Here’s how we can all play a part in tackling sexual abuse and violence:
#ItsNotOkay #FromHerKingsAreBorn #metookaurs
February 10, 2025 at 10:53 AM
Day 7: Turning Awareness Into Action
Raising awareness is just the first step—real change requires action. Here’s how we can all play a part in tackling sexual abuse and violence:
#ItsNotOkay #FromHerKingsAreBorn #metookaurs
Raising awareness is just the first step—real change requires action. Here’s how we can all play a part in tackling sexual abuse and violence:
#ItsNotOkay #FromHerKingsAreBorn #metookaurs
Day 6: Justice Prevails - The Case of Makhan Singh Mauji
The conviction of a former Granthi, Makhan Singh Mauji for the sexual abuse of children in the 1980s is a stark reminder that justice has no time limit. No matter how long ago, survivors deserve to be heard & perpetrators held accountable.
The conviction of a former Granthi, Makhan Singh Mauji for the sexual abuse of children in the 1980s is a stark reminder that justice has no time limit. No matter how long ago, survivors deserve to be heard & perpetrators held accountable.
February 8, 2025 at 1:14 PM
Day 6: Justice Prevails - The Case of Makhan Singh Mauji
The conviction of a former Granthi, Makhan Singh Mauji for the sexual abuse of children in the 1980s is a stark reminder that justice has no time limit. No matter how long ago, survivors deserve to be heard & perpetrators held accountable.
The conviction of a former Granthi, Makhan Singh Mauji for the sexual abuse of children in the 1980s is a stark reminder that justice has no time limit. No matter how long ago, survivors deserve to be heard & perpetrators held accountable.
Day 5: Sara’s Story—Faith Shouldn’t Be a Path to Abuse
Sara’s journey into Sikhism was meant to be enlightening and fulfilling. Instead, she was groomed, abused, and left fearing for her life by those she trusted at her local gurdwara. Her story is not unique… 🧵⬇️
Sara’s journey into Sikhism was meant to be enlightening and fulfilling. Instead, she was groomed, abused, and left fearing for her life by those she trusted at her local gurdwara. Her story is not unique… 🧵⬇️
February 7, 2025 at 10:27 AM
Day 5: Sara’s Story—Faith Shouldn’t Be a Path to Abuse
Sara’s journey into Sikhism was meant to be enlightening and fulfilling. Instead, she was groomed, abused, and left fearing for her life by those she trusted at her local gurdwara. Her story is not unique… 🧵⬇️
Sara’s journey into Sikhism was meant to be enlightening and fulfilling. Instead, she was groomed, abused, and left fearing for her life by those she trusted at her local gurdwara. Her story is not unique… 🧵⬇️